Backyard Barbecue Basics - Anatomy of a UDS

[@candelariosanchez273]

I’m pumped now I going home this weekend and will start the build thanks bro for sharing!

[@jeremyhasselbacher7228]

I just built on I only had 2 intakes set up the same as yours so seeing that you had a 3rd has just helped me out a lot

[@sposb]

This was great, thank you.

[@TheFishingExperience916]

thanks for the video a lot of information in this video

[@ldcy0875]

Thanks explained very well

[@tri-tipjunkie]

Great info thanks

[@redhogan1]

Which weber lid did you use?

[@horus09]

Hey Man!!! Thanks so much for your videos, i did my USD finally; but i ran into a problem I couldn’t bring it more than 215 F. I had all the air intakes open as well the vents in the top cover. I had it for 3 hrs, any recommendations ?? Do i have to do one of the intakes bigger?? Also the charcoal basket I did, it is rectangular (as I add an old rectangular bbq grater) instead of circular, would that affect?Thanks and thanks for your videos!

[@andrewmartinez4346]

You have to open up the exhaust also, I found that you can have your exhaust wide open but the intake valves is where u control your heat. 3 3/4 valves work best for me

[@bjvoorhies]

At what heights (or depths) did you position your grill racks? would you change that based on later use?

[@larrysouthern5098]

Great Video DIY is the best ...NOw ITS WILD HOG HUNTIN TIME!!! :0).....

[@avasquez6140]

How and what did you use for the ring where the Weber lid sits? Thnx

[@pedroarellano4266]

I would like to know that also. He has his other channel now. I wonder if he pays attention to these videos.

[@aitf99]

I cant see why you couldnt use a 2" piece of flat mild steel?

[@viddy228]

@@pedroarellano4266 Just use self tapping sheet metal screws... Cut off the excess of the screws on the inside, grind down the rough edges a little.. Worked great for my smoker. .I ran some RTV BBQ gasket around the outside rim of the ring for an air tight fit.. I also use a hinge for my weber lid that allows me to remove it if I need too or just lock it in the open position..

[@mikecarlson6083]

How did you attach the expanded metal to the grill for the charcoal basket

[@ManCaveMeals]

I used some stainless steel tie wraps.

[@mtlvlgmnfishing]

I have built 3 and never paid a dime cause I scrap

[@PoohBeer6342]

What is the aluminum called around the top of the lid?

[@ManCaveMeals]

I can't remember what it's called. It's been ages now since I built that but i found those strips at Lowes Hardware

[@Cornerstandoutdoors]

How long does a burn last

[@dantheman6931]

RIDING WITH mike , I made a similar UDS. Coal basket with half a bag of kingsford will hold 220-250 degrees for about 12-14 hours depending on the ambient temp.

[@michelvenema6141]

No waterpan in a UDS??

[@dantheman6931]

You can add one but it’s not needed. I use a pizza pan as a heat deflector